2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Spark and 2008 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 836 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Spark | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Spark | Carens |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 795 cc | 1991 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.6 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |